Overview

• The commercial taxes department flagged over 14,000 traders based on UPI data showing annual turnovers above ₹40 lakh, triggering show-cause notices.
• Fearing heavy liabilities on razor-thin margins, small vendors halted UPI payments and planned a three-day protest culminating in a statewide bandh on July 25.
• Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assured traders that historic arrears on exempt goods and UPI-linked notices would be waived if they register under GST.
• Following the CM’s meeting, trade bodies confirmed withdrawal of their strike and bandh calls after receiving written commitments on relief measures.
• The state’s ‘Know GST’ campaign, which includes a helpline (1800 425 6300) and educational workshops, remains active to guide small businesses through compliance.